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John J. Karellas

1968 - 2019

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1968

DIED

2019

John J. Karellas Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 18, 2019.

John J. Karellas, age 50, of Chicago, loving son of James and the late Dena Karellas; dear brother of Helen West and Louis (Paula) Karellas; cherished uncle of Christine, Jimmy and John West and Samantha, Jesse, Miranda, Dimitri and Maximus Karellas; dearest great uncle of Leonidas John West; John was loved by his family and his many friends. Visitation Monday 3:00 – 8:00 pm at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles. Funeral Tuesday 11:00 am to St Haralambos Church for a Service at 12:00 Noon. Interment Elmwood Cemetery.

John was a graduate of Taft High School class of 1987 and Northeastern University Chicago. 847-966-7302

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Lori Boston

May 15, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always.

Marcia Coco-Blaszinski

July 23, 2019

So very sorry to hear about John he was always a friendly face in high school and always made me laugh.

Jarry Shelby

July 22, 2019

John, I'm really going to miss you. I would always ask you how you were doing and always tell you to make sure you wipe the desk down.....and you would just laugh at me. You maybe gone but, you will live in my heart forever. Rest in heaven sweetheart, i know that's where you are because , you were the most kindness person that a person could meet.

Ron Lewis

July 22, 2019

John its unfortunate I cant give you the flowers now where you can still smell them. You will be missed, your kinds word, our talks about sports and you giving me workout tips. You've inspired me in just a short period of time and I can just imagine how others feel about you. Enough will never said about you, until we meet again. RIP JOHN

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Joey Dainapalermo

July 21, 2019

To.john karellas he is one of a kind an athlete a strong person who loved to many thngs go out with friends and have a good time he loved his brother and his family especially his friends he was one of my best friends and a great brother to me I know I will miss him dearly I remember the good times with John especially his laugh we done so many good thngs but now he s gone God took him so soon from us but we all know he s up their with his mom n comforting her with love he will be watching over all of us from the Angel's of the lord.he is in a better place n have peace with God we will always think abt him and share the good times we had with our brother .John k.may God rest his memory to eternal .may oh mighty GOD GRANT TO HIM O.LORD .R.I.P.

Steve Joseph

July 21, 2019

Johnny will be dearly missed but never forgotten

Tim Woelfer

July 21, 2019

John was such a kind and gentle guy who loved sports, it was always fun to talk about the Bears and Cubs and all those crazy calls we got. You will be missed and I ask God to give your family peace during this sad time. RIP John.

Joann Pates

July 20, 2019

Gone but not forgotten!!! I find myself carrying a selfish attitude because I wasn't ready for you to leave. We had plans to crash your place with a get well party but we never made it. I know you are in a better place and I am at peace knowing that much. Love you and I will miss you so much until we meet again.

Love Joann-BP Family❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Penny Cafretsas

July 20, 2019

Dearest Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, all I know is that those who have gone on before us never really leave us, we lost our baby brother Tom also on Sept. 19th 2018 and we know the pain, May he rest in peace, may he's memory be eternal, Our Deepest Sympathy Mrs. Peristera Panos and Family and Penny Cafretsas and Family.

Rachel Jackson

July 20, 2019

I met John while working at BP. John was a gentleman, funny and sweet as pie. He made days at work fly by . This is one soul that will truly be missed. Rest up Johnny P (his work singing name)

Evan Dimoutsikos

July 19, 2019

John was a very good man. Always humble. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cyndi Gillies

July 19, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the Karellas family and John's friends during this difficult time. I will always remember John as being such a thoughtful, caring, giving and helpful person. A true gentleman, kind to everyone. Although I only knew John from work at BP, it was always a pleasure and a joy to work with him. I am honored to have had the opportunity to call John Karellas my colleague and friend at BP. Rest-in-Peace John - May your family and friends find comfort in the loving memories of a life shared together. You will be missed by all who knew you John.

David Biede

July 19, 2019

What a great guy! I played pop warner football with John, and am close with his older brother. I still hear his voice as we played football in the street in front of his home..."JJK ALL THE WAY!" RIP John!

Tamika Ray

July 19, 2019

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Steve Bahmandeji

July 19, 2019

I cant believe youre gone JK. I dont know what to say but I love you so much. You were(are) such an amazing friend and brother anyone can ever ask for. I could talk to you about anything and you were able to provide the best advice. Its gonna be tough not able to hang out anymore. Miss you brother.
Love
Steve Bahmandeji

Jim Kokkinias

July 19, 2019

My dear brother John. My heart breaks for you. I have faith that you're with your mother. My thoughts and prayers to your sister Hellen and Lou. Love you guys;(

Joe Bartel

July 19, 2019

My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers

Johny Corasis

July 19, 2019

Karellas Family, we are so heartbroken and sad over John's passing. He was such a sweet and simple man. We will keep him in our hearts always. Prayers, Hugs & Kisses to all of you! We love you. May his memory be eternal. Zoi se mas.
Love, John, Maria, Patricia & Peter Corasis

Marguerite Czajka

July 19, 2019

My sympathies to John's family. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time.

Mike Koski

July 18, 2019

Youre going to be greatly missed John. I will always remember all the concerts we went to together, and all the good time working at Verizon, Gogo, and BP together.

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